To pronounce "pencil-thin", say PENC-ilth-in — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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PENC-ilth-in
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"pencil-thin" has 3 syllables: penc-ilth-in.
"Pencil-thin" has 3 syllables: penc · ilth · in.
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